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Celia Mesa

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Bringing Brands to Life with Humanized Content ✨

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Ethan Alfrey

United States

Social Media and Community Specialist

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Nicole Williams

South Africa

Dynamic HR Consultant & Project Manager

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Benita Nicholas

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Social Media Manager and Content Strategist 🌟

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London Forbes

London, England, United Kingdom

Brand & Marketing Expert

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Monic M.

Philippines

Experienced SaaS Support Specialist 💁🏻‍♀️

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Erda Gj

Albania

Driving sales through exceptional customer service

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Chidi Osirike

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Virtual Business & Project Manager

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Nguyet T.

Finland

Reliable Virtual Assistant & Event Planner

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Mohammed Shakil Mahmud

Dhaka, Dhaka Division, Bangladesh

Virtual Executive Assistant 🌟 Expert Customer Support

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Ling Tan

England, United Kingdom

Bilingual UGC Creator & Social Media Manager

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Isabel Feuerstein

Bellingham, Washington, United States

Support, Operations & Admin Specialist

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Makayla Michael

California, United States

Elevating ideas through precision and creativity.

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Rahim Dad

Hunza Nagar

General Virtual Assistant | Social media manager

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Andra Toma

Getafe, Community of Madrid, Spain

Driven to create innovative solutions with a global impact🌍

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Buse Umur ✨

Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Brand Storyteller 🧡

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Micah Montesa

Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Expert VA & Customer Service Specialist

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Miriam Rachel

Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada

SEO Writer & Podcast Coach for Growth 🌟

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Donato Angelone

Zarate, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina

Social Media Manager & Content Creator.

Common projects for Customer Support Representatives

Handling customer inquiries and complaints.

Providing technical support for a product or service.

Managing customer accounts and data.

Creating and updating FAQs and knowledge bases.

Supporting customers via live chat or social media channels.

Training other customer support team members.

Tips for working with and hiring Customer Support Representatives

Define your requirements

Be clear about what you expect from the Customer Support Representative. This includes the tasks they will be managing, the level of experience you require, and the hours they need to be available.

Check their experience and skills

Review their profile on Contra to evaluate their past experience and skills. Look for experience in customer service, technical support, and familiarity with customer support tools like Zendesk and Intercom.

Communication is important

Good communication is essential for successful customer support. Ensure the representative is responsive, has good problem-solving skills, and is capable of maintaining a positive demeanor even in challenging situations.

Use Contra for all communications and payments

Using Contra for all communications and payments with your Customer Support freelancer ensures that there is a record of all interactions and transactions, providing protection for both parties.

How to hire Customer Support Representatives

Define your needs

Before starting the hiring process, have a clear understanding of what you need from a Customer Support Representative. This could include handling customer inquiries, providing technical support, or managing customer accounts.

Post a detailed job

Posting a detailed job on Contra will attract the right freelancers. Include information about your company, the scope of the job, the skills required, and the project timeline.

Review applications

Review the applications you receive and shortlist freelancers based on their skills, experience, and fit for your project. Look at their past projects and reviews on their profile.

Conduct interviews

Conduct interviews with shortlisted freelancers. Ask questions about their experience, approach to customer support, and how they handle various aspects of customer interactions.

Make an offer

Once you've found the right freelancer, make an offer through Contra. This will include the project details, payment terms, and timeline.

3 questions to ask when interviewing Customer Support Representatives

1. Can you describe a time where you successfully resolved a customer's issue?

2. What customer support tools are you proficient in?

3. How do you handle negative feedback or complaints from customers?

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Frequently asked
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A freelance Customer Support Representative provides assistance and information to a company's customers. They handle inquiries, resolve problems, and provide technical support, all while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

A freelance Customer Support Representative provides assistance and information to a company's customers. They handle inquiries, resolve problems, and provide technical support, all while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

Hiring a Customer Support Representative on Contra gives you access to top freelance talent without the hassle of middlemen or commissions. You can review their profile, collaborate efficiently, and handle contracts and payments all in one place.

You can post a job detailing your project requirements on Contra. Customer Support Representatives who match your requirements can then apply for the job. You can also browse through the profiles of Customer Support Representatives and invite those you are interested in to apply.

Projects that require Customer Support Representative skills often involve handling customer inquiries, providing technical support, managing customer accounts, and creating/updating knowledge bases.

Customer Support Representatives use tools like Zendesk, Intercom, Gmail, and Microsoft Office 365 to manage customer interactions, track issues, and maintain customer data.

The cost of hiring a Customer Support Representative on Contra can vary, but the average rate is between $10 and $14 per hour.

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